Early Head Start Teacher

We are hiring an Early Head Start Teacher in our Head Start classroom. These teachers will work with children from birth to 3 years of age. This position is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, year-round commitment. The typical work schedule is 7:45 a.m.- 4:15 p.m.

Our Early Head Start Teacher earns a competitive wage of $23.21/hour. We also provide generous benefits, which include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• A flexible spending account (FSA)
• A healthcare spending account (HSA) with up to a $2,500 match
• A 401(k) plan with a 5% match

- Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Accident insurance
• Life insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) between Christmas and New Year's
• Up to 192 hours of paid time off each year
• An hour of paid time every Friday for self-care

Are you seeking a fulfilling teaching career that allows you to make a positive impact on the lives of preschool children? Are you seeking a teaching position where you can look forward to coming to work every day? If so, apply today!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Early Head Start Teacher works collaboratively as a member of a classroom team to deliver high-quality services to all children and families, and is responsible for the safety, supervision, and activities of children from birth to 3 years of age assigned to their care in the program.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education with a focus on infant and toddler development, or Child Development Associate credential
• 1 year of related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Human Development with a focus on infant and toddler development
• Previous Early Head Start experience or experience working with infants/toddlers, teen mothers, and homeless families
• Bilingual in languages spoken by families served by UCA

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